Patient reviews for Doctors for Nephronophthisis in Mulanthuruthy, Kochi

NEPHRONOPHTHISIS

Nephrolithiasis is derived from the Greek name : nephros (kidney) lithos (stone).
Nephronophthisis is a genetic disorder that mainly affects children. Nephronophthisis is categorized as a medullary cystic kidney disease. Nephronophthisis is a type of ciliopathy with an incidence of 1 in 50,000 births in the United States. Infantile, juvenile and adolescent forms of Nephronophthisis have been identified so far. Symptoms are:
• Polyuria
• Polydipsia
• Liver problems
• Cone shaped epiphysis

HOW IS NEPHRONOPHTHISIS DIAGNOSED?

Diagnosis is done by a GP who would do a urine test along with an ultrasound or even scan to check for these abnormalities.

HOW IS NEPHRONOPHTHISIS TREATED?

Treatment for this usually includes dialysis or kidney transplant because the problem is usually irreversible. However, till a viable solution or treatment plan is devised, improving the electrolyte imbalance is suggested through fluids. Such children are likely to suffer from anaemia too and hence health supplements are provided.